GRILLED ELOTE STEAK TACOS

These Grilled Elote Steak Tacos combine the savory goodness of grilled ribeye steak with the sweet, smoky flavor of charred corn and a tangy elote mixture. Perfect for taco night, these tacos are fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Yield: 4 servings (2 tacos per person)

Ingredients:

• 2 ribeyes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 ears of corn, husked
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
• Juice of 1 lime
• Zest of 1 lime (optional)
• 8 small flour or corn tortillas
• 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional, for jalapeño crème)

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2: Grill the Corn

Place the husked corn on the grill. Cook, turning occasionally, until the corn is charred and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from the grill and let cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, cut the kernels off the cob and place them in a large bowl.

Step 3: Prepare the Elote Mixture

In the large bowl with the corn kernels, add the mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped cilantro, cotija cheese, lime juice, and lime zest (if using). Mix well to combine.

Step 4: Grill the Steak

Season the ribeyes with salt and pepper. Place the steak on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.

Step 5: Toast the Tortillas

Place the tortillas on the grill for about 1 minute per side, or until they are warmed and slightly charred.

Step 6: Assemble the Tacos

To assemble the tacos, place a few slices of grilled steak onto each tortilla. Top with a generous spoonful of the elote mixture.

Step 7: Optional Jalapeño Crème

If desired, you can add some thinly sliced jalapeños on top of the elote mixture for an extra kick.

Step 8: Serve

Serve the Grilled Elote Steak Tacos immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.

Notes:

• Taco Customization: Feel free to use either flour or corn tortillas depending on your preference.
• Spice Level: Adjust the heat by adding more or less jalapeño or sriracha sauce if making the jalapeño crème.
• Grill Temperature: Make sure the grill is preheated to medium-high for perfect grill marks and tender meat.
• Corn Substitution: If grilling corn is not an option, you can use canned or frozen corn, but fresh grilled corn adds a smoky flavor that’s hard to beat.
• Steak Doneness: Ribeye steaks are best cooked medium-rare to medium for tenderness, but feel free to adjust to your preferred doneness.

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